Weverton Cliffs via Gathland State Park (car shuttle)

Gathland State Park is home to a large stone monumental arch dedicated to the memory of Civil War correspondents. The land was owned by George Alfred Townsend, a Civil War journalist. Several buildings and structures were designed by Townsend in the late 1800s, two of which remain today and one of them is a museum. We will begin our hike southbound on The Appalachian National Scenic Trail (AT) which passes through the park. We’ll traverse the mostly rocky ridgetop surface through deciduous woodlands as we make our way to the cliffs. Optional stop at the Ed Garvey Memorial Shelter which is very nice. The cliffs rise above the Potomac River at South Mountain’s southernmost portion. They offer a panoramic view of the Potomac River Valley including Buzzard Rock and Short Hill Mountain in Virginia. We’ll descend about a mile down a series of switchbacks to the Weverton Park-n-ride and shuttle back to Gathland.
This hike is suitable for advanced beginner to intermediate level hikers.
Miles: 7
Rating: 5 (View Hiking Rating Scale)
$0 members; $15 non-members. Find out about WWO Member benefits here:
https://washingtonwomenoutdoors.org/membership-fees/

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